Serving 143 students in grades 9-12, Alternatives In Action ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alternatives In Action ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alternatives In Action's student population of 143 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alternatives In Action ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alternatives In Action is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9188 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
94%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alternatives In Action's ranking?
Alternatives In Action is ranked #9188 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alternatives In Action?
The graduation rate of Alternatives In Action is 60-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alternatives In Action?
143 students attend Alternatives In Action.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Alternatives In Action students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alternatives In Action?
Alternatives In Action has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Alternatives In Action offer ?
Alternatives In Action offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alternatives In Action part of?
Alternatives In Action is part of Alternatives In Action School District.
In what neighborhood is Alternatives In Action located?
Alternatives In Action is located in the Seminary neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Seminary.
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